Author: Daily Sabah With Agencies

Thursday saw a second day of clashes between PKK terrorist sympathizers and police in north London following the arrest of seven people by the Metropolitan Police in relation to alleged terrorist activities associated with the group. A group of PKK supporters gathered outside the Turnpike Lane underground station chanting slogans against Türkiye and the United Kingdom while calling for “Freedom for Öcalan,” referring to Abdullah Öcalan, the convicted ringleader of the PKK, who is serving a life sentence in Türkiye. Later, they marched toward a community center in London’s Harringay neighborhood under intense police presence. Upon arriving, they began hurling…

NATO member Türkiye on Thursday slammed Greek Cypriot administration’s plans to apply for membership in the military alliance as “unacceptable.” The statement came after Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday that they plan to apply for NATO membership when the time is right. “The Greek Cypriot Administration currently has no application for membership in NATO, but even its attempt is an unacceptable development for Türkiye,” Turkish Defense Ministry sources told dpa. Speaking on the radio, Christodoulides said he is aware that Türkiye is opposed to the move as long as the island remains divided and Turkish Cypriots do…

Barcelona are reportedly planning a fresh attempt to sign Nico Williams next summer, as they continue their pursuit of the Athletic Bilbao forward to strengthen their attack. Despite being linked with a move during the recent transfer window, Williams, who has a 55 million ($58 million) release clause, opted to stay with Athletic to help the Basque club in their European campaign. Although Williams has struggled for form this season, registering just two goals and three assists in 16 appearances, he remains one of Europe’s most coveted forwards. According to SPORT, Barcelona are still keen on bringing him to Camp…

Barcelona are reportedly planning a fresh attempt to sign Nico Williams next summer, as they continue their pursuit of the Athletic Bilbao forward to strengthen their attack. Despite being linked with a move during the recent transfer window, Williams, who has a 55 million ($58 million) release clause, opted to stay with Athletic to help the Basque club in their European campaign. Although Williams has struggled for form this season, registering just two goals and three assists in 16 appearances, he remains one of Europe’s most coveted forwards. According to SPORT, Barcelona are still keen on bringing him to Camp…

Rumors about Paul Pogba’s possible return to Manchester United have intensified, with former defender Bacary Sagna hinting that his close friend could make a dramatic free transfer back to Old Trafford. Pogba, who received a four-year doping ban earlier this year, had his suspension reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport after successfully claiming the substance was taken unintentionally. He is set to resume training in January, with full-match fitness expected by March. With Pogba available on a free transfer following the mutual termination of his contract with Juventus, his future has become a hot topic…

Türkiye is reportedly taking steps to protect children from the risks of social media by working on regulations to restrict access for children under 13. The Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) is drafting a proposal to ban children under 13 from using social media platforms, while the Ministry of Family and Social Services is collaborating with the Turkish Parliament to limit smartphone usage for children in the same age group. On Wednesday, Abdülkerim Gün, deputy chairman of the BTK, shared details during a presentation to the Parliament’s Peer Bullying Subcommittee, noting similar measures in other countries, such as the…

Türkiye is reportedly taking steps to protect children from the risks of social media by working on regulations to restrict access for children under 13. The Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) is drafting a proposal to ban children under 13 from using social media platforms, while the Ministry of Family and Social Services is collaborating with the Turkish Parliament to limit smartphone usage for children in the same age group. On Wednesday, Abdülkerim Gün, deputy chairman of the BTK, shared details during a presentation to the Parliament’s Peer Bullying Subcommittee, noting similar measures in other countries, such as the…

Türkiye is reportedly taking steps to protect children from the risks of social media by working on regulations to restrict access for children under 13. The Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) is drafting a proposal to ban children under 13 from using social media platforms, while the Ministry of Family and Social Services is collaborating with the Turkish Parliament to limit smartphone usage for children in the same age group. On Wednesday, Abdülkerim Gün, deputy chairman of the BTK, shared details during a presentation to the Parliament’s Peer Bullying Subcommittee, noting similar measures in other countries, such as the…

A coalition of anti-regime forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) launched wide-scale attacks on Wednesday toward Aleppo, retained by the Assad regime in Syria. They seized 32 villages in their first such advance in years. The death toll from clashes was 57, a monitor group said on Wednesday. The offensive overran at least 10 areas under the control of Bashar Assad in northwestern Aleppo province, said a source in the operations room run by the anti-regime forces. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that 31 Syrian soldiers were killed. Earlier, the war monitor said at least four civilians…

A coalition of anti-regime forces led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham launched wide-scale attacks on Wednesday toward Aleppo, retained by the Assad regime in Syria. They seized 32 villages in their first such advance in years. The death toll from clashes was 57, a monitor group said on Wednesday. The offensive overran at least 10 areas under the control of Bashar Assad in northwestern Aleppo province, said a source in the operations room run by the anti-regime forces. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that 31 Syrian soldiers were killed. Earlier, the war monitor said at least four civilians were…